Best 3 Raspberry Pinwheels Recipes

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Raspberry Pinwheels, also known as Raspberry Swirl Cookies, are a delightful and visually appealing treat that combines the tangy sweetness of raspberries with the buttery richness of pastry dough. These delightful pinwheels are often enjoyed as a sweet snack, dessert, or as a special addition to a brunch or tea party. With their vibrant swirls of raspberry filling and flaky pastry dough, they offer a combination of flavors and textures that is sure to impress. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner looking to try something new, these raspberry pinwheels are a perfect choice for any occasion. In this article, we will guide you through the process of making these delicious pastries, providing step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and variations to suit your preferences. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and learn how to create these delightful raspberry pinwheels that will surely become a favorite among your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RASPBERRY NUT PINWHEELS



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I won first prize in a recipe contest with these yummy swirl cookies. The taste of raspberry and walnuts really comes through and they're so much fun to make!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Roll out dough between 2 sheets of waxed paper into a 12-in. square. Remove waxed paper. Spread dough with jam; sprinkle with nuts. Roll up tightly, jelly-roll style; cover. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours., Preheat oven to 375°. Uncover dough and cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until edges are light brown, 9-12 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RASPBERRY PINWHEELS



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Rosy raspberry jam anchors the center of these buttery pastry pinwheels. Martha made this recipe on Martha Bakes episode 502.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 9

Number Of Ingredients 5

All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/2 recipe Danish Dough
Raspberry jam, for filling
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the dough to just over a 13-inch square, a little over 1/4 inch thick. Using a ruler and a pizza wheel or pastry cutter, trim the edges of the dough to form a 12-inch rectangle. Then cut the dough into nine 4-inch squares.
  • Cut squares three-quarters of the way from each corner towards the center. Fold every other point towards the center and press to seal. Fill the center of each pinwheel with 1 teaspoon raspberry jam. Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheets. Cover with plastic wrap, and let rest in a warm place until dough is doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Brush dough with the beaten egg; sprinkle with sugar. Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until pastries are evenly browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Serve at room temperature. Pinwheels are best eaten the same day they are made.

RASPBERRY-NUT PINWHEELS



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Great recipe for a cookie swap.

Provided by Cecelia Huddleston

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or lemon extract
1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam
1 cup walnuts or pecans, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. In medium bowl, sift together flour and baking powder; set aside. In large bowl, beat together butter, sugar and egg until fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract. Gradually, add flour mixture, stirring until well combined. Roll out dough between two pieces of wax paper to 12x10' rectangle. Remove top piece of wax paper. Spread jam evenly over entire surface of dough. Sprinkle evenly with nuts. Firmly, roll up dough from a long side, jellyroll style , removing wax paper as you roll. Wrap roll in wax paper and refrigerate several hours or overnight.
  • 2. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Cut roll into generous 1/4" slices with thin sharp knife. Transfer slices to ungreased cookie sheet, spacing 2" apart. Bake 9 minutes. IMMEDIATELY remove from pan. Cool on rack.
  • 3. Hints for Success: 1. It's easy to have too much flour in this recipe. Spoon sifted flour into your measuring cup. If you scoop compacted flour out of the bag with a measuring cup, you will have a dry, hard-to-handle dough. 2. So that you don't squish raspberry jam out of the cookie roll, be sparse with the jam on the last inch of the dough. 3. Turn the dough log 1/4 turn after every few cuts to help keep the cookies round. If out of round, gently press the edges of the sliced dough to bring the cookie into shape. 4. Be sure to remove the cookies from the sheet while they are still warm. IF the jam cools on the sheet, they will be difficult to remove.

Tips:

  • Keep your dough cold: This will help prevent it from becoming too sticky and difficult to work with.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut your dough: This will help prevent the edges from becoming ragged.
  • Don't overfill your pinwheels: Otherwise, they will be difficult to roll up and may leak filling.
  • Bake your pinwheels until they are golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Let your pinwheels cool slightly before slicing them: This will help prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Raspberry pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of these tasty pastries that will be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack or dessert, give raspberry pinwheels a try!

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